Some of the characters spoke a little too fast since it was in English accents.

I was so confused by this. We got free tkts (except svs chg)so I almost didn't respond, but,this beautiful theatre with a rich history, celebrity visits, etc. juxtaposed with such an abysmal production doesn't jive. This is one of my favorite plays and have seen many productions, this being the worst by miles. Nothing was right. The actors and direction seemed as if none knew anything about the playwright,the play, the time/place, the style for comedy of manners, the dialects(!),costumes. The mugging quotient was off the scale and no one was in the same play it seemed. The bright spot: the lovely actor who was the butler. However, he had the smallest role.Sigh. I don't understand why they would attempt this difficult and famous piece if they didn't have people who understand these things. As a new resident I would love to support this lovely theatre, but, wow. If this is a sample of what they offer, can't do.

Since this play was written in the late 1800's and in 'English' English, you have to pay attention but it was well done and very enjoyable. Not everyone's 'cup of tea' perhaps because you have to follow the dialog and you have to think about what you are seeing and hearing. The two butlers, played by the same person, are an entertaining minor diversion off the main characters and could have actually been in the employ of those characters.

My friend Laura and I enjoyed the show. I have seen this show done several times before. This cast was well chosen and seemed to enjoy their roles.